Just a few short weeks ago, SOUND Behavioral Health welcomed more than 400 community members, partners, and supporters to Fremont Studios for the annual SOUND of Hope Gala — an evening dedicated to expanding access to mental health and substance use services across King County.
This summer has been energizing as we connected with our SOUND community in meaningful ways. From serving meals at FareStart, to tabling at the THING festival, to our first-ever golf tournament, one theme remained clear: behavioral health impacts us all. These moments of connection reinforced why we’re here—to keep the Orange Door open, expand access, and break down stigma. Thank you for your advocacy, partnership, and belief in SOUND’s mission. Together, we’re making compassionate, quality care possible.
We are pleased to share our 2024 Annual Report with you, our beloved King County community. We're grateful to each and every one of you who has helped us with your generosity and support. We hope you'll feel pride in the positive, vital impact we are making together.
This month, SOUND is raising the alarm about recent federal policy changes that threaten essential services like Medicaid and SNAP—lifelines for many of our clients. As we face this uncertainty, we remain grounded in our 60+ year legacy of care, advocacy, and resilience.
Sound is proud to be recognized in recent coverage by The Seattle Times highlighting King County’s evolving approach to mental health crisis response. As one of the county’s leading mobile crisis units, our MRRCT team was featured for their around-the-clock work meeting people where they are. The article spotlights how Sound’s mobile responders, alongside the 988-crisis line and emergency services, are helping transform what behavioral health support looks like in our community. Find a select excerpt and read the full article below.
Second Annual Gala Fundraiser Exceeds SOUND’s Fundraising Goal to Help Open More Doors to Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
About one in five Americans say disagreements over controversial issues—especially politics—have led them to become estranged from a family member. According to a survey by the American Psychiatric Association conducted last fall, political polarization continues to strain personal relationships, with little indication that these divisions are easing.
As western Washington moves deeper into fall and winter, shorter days and persistent gray weather are setting in—a familiar reality for many residents. For some, however, these seasonal changes can trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of depression linked to reduced daylight, according to the Mayo Clinic.
